Musculoskeletal physiotherapy is the field of physiotherapy that treats disorders of the musculoskeletal system, which includes the muscles, bones, joints, nerves, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and spinal discs. It uses the basic sciences of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics in the assessment and management of patients. Treatment goes beyond “manipulation” to include manual assessment and treatment techniques, specific therapeutic exercise, electrotherapy and advice on posture and movement disorders.

Who is a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist?

Musculoskeletal physiotherapists are experts in treating muscle and joint conditions. They use advanced clinical assessment and diagnosis methods and are trained in a broad range of treatment techniques, but specialise in “hands-on” treatment. British musculoskeletal physiotherapists, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), are world leaders in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of muscle and joint problems, especially spinal conditions that commonly cause lower back pain and neck pain. Physio Jonny, a DHA-licensed physiotherapist, brings these UK standards to patients at home across Dubai.

What are the common Musculoskeletal problems?

Musculoskeletal physiotherapists regularly treat neck pain, headaches, back pain, shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist problems, foot and ankle injuries, knee and hip problems, trauma rehabilitation and post-fracture recovery. Our physiotherapy for back pain, neck pain, knee pain and hip pain uses education, exercise therapy, mobilisation and manipulation, postural re-education, manual therapy, taping, dry needling, muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, electrotherapy and orthoses. The aim is to ease pain and stiffness, restore your quality of life and speed up recovery, while also preventing future injury.